T20 World Cup 2026: Big decision before T20 World Cup; Announcement of the third team after India-Australia, Rohit appointed captain

The T20 World Cup 2026, jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka, will begin on February 7. Nepal has announced a 15-member squad for this tournament, which includes 20 teams. The team, which combines experienced and young players, will be led by Rohit Paudel. The vice-captain is Dipendra Singh Airee, and Sandeep Lamichhane has been given an important responsibility in the spin department.

Rohit Paudel is an experienced batsman and has led Nepal to win many important matches. Sandeep Lamichhane will be the mainstay of spin, while Lalit Rajbanshi and Basir Ahmed are also included. As all-rounders, Dipendra, along with Gulshan Jha, Arif Sheikh, and Sompal Kami, have been included in the team. Full team: Rohit Paudel (captain), Dipendra Singh Airee (vice-captain), Sandeep Lamichhane, Kushal Bhurtel, Asif Sheikh, Sandeep Jora, Arif Sheikh, Basir Ahmed, Sompal Kami, Karan KC, Nandan Yadav, Gulshan Jha, Lalit Rajbanshi, Sher Malla, and Lokesh Bam.

Nepal is in Group C, which includes teams from Bangladesh, England, Italy, and the West Indies. Nepal, which will play four matches in the league stage, will face England on February 8, Italy on February 12, the West Indies on February 15, and Bangladesh on February 17.

A good performance will secure a place in the Super 8 stage. India announced its team last month, and teams are being announced one after another. This tournament is a big opportunity for Nepal. Experienced Lamichhane and Paudel have a big responsibility.